Table 1 Input variables for the machine learning models.

From: Machine learning models for predicting treatment outcomes in chronic non-specific back pain patients undergoing lumbar extension traction

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Input variable

Description

1

Age

Age in years at the start of treatment.

2

Body mass index (BMI)

Calculated from height and weight (kg/m2).

3

Pretreatment lumbar curve

Measured in degrees via X-rays

4

Pretreatment SBA

Measured in degrees via X-rays.

5

Pretreatment NRS pain score

Ranging from 0 to 10.

6

Pretreatment ODI

Self-reported measure of disability (%).

7

Pretreatment Fit Type

Categorized as: low fit, high fit, and normal fit.

8

Frequency of traction

Number of sessions per week.

9

Duration of traction

Total weeks of lumbar extension traction therapy.

10

Compliance

Percentage of recommended sessions attended.